Polaris issues GEM recall

December 22, 2015

Polaris Industries, Inc. has issued a recall on select model year 2015 GEM vehicles after it was found that the seat belts in affected models have retractor mechanisms that may fail. This failure causes the belt to be stuck in one position and, if the seat belt does not retract or extend, the seat occupant may not be properly secured in event of a crash, increasing risk of injury.

GEM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2015. Owners may also contact the GEM Consumer Service Department at 855/743-3436. Polaris’ number for this recall is L-15-02.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888/327-4236 (TTY: 800/424-9153), or visit www.safecar.gov.